Well, my FIRST kilt-ish garment was a belted plaid, as were the next few.

My first "real" kilt was a CHEAP, CHEAP one.
I didn't like it much, so I didn't WEAR it much.

The FIRST kilt I ACTUALLY WORE in public with ANY REGULARITY was a 5 yard saxony wool knife pleat I made myself using internet directions.

The REST have been MUCH better made wool box-pleats, made by me.

Now, the ONLY ones I EVER wear are the box-pleats.